ECTS - ATPL VFR Communications (091)
ATPL VFR Communications (091) (PLT310) Course Detail
| Course Name | Course Code | Season | Lecture Hours | Application Hours | Lab Hours | Credit | ECTS |
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| ATPL VFR Communications (091) | PLT310 | 6. Semester | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.5 |
| Pre-requisite Course(s) |
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| MATH151 ve PHYS101 |
| Course Language | English |
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| Course Type | Compulsory Departmental Courses |
| Course Level | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery | Face To Face |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies | Lecture. |
| Course Lecturer(s) |
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| Course Objectives | To provide students with knowledge and practical skills in VFR communication procedures according to ICAO and national regulations ALso develop proficiency in the use of standard radiotelephony phraseology in normal and abnormal situations. Make ensure correct application of communication procedures for air-ground exchanges in different phases of flight. |
| Course Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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| Course Content | The terms, codes, talks and approvals techniques, the isues to be repated all used in avaiation communication; communication procedures to be used in case of wireless malfunction and emergencies. |
Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies
| Week | Subjects | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to VFR Communication & Definitions I | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 1: Definitions (basic concepts, call signs, phonetic alphabet, numbers). |
| 2 | Definitions II (Call signs, phonetic alphabet, numbers) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 1: Definitions (message elements, readback/hearback, standard words). |
| 3 | General Operating Procedures I (Departure) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 2: General Operating Procedures (engine start, taxi, line‑up, departure). |
| 4 | General Operating Procedures II (En-route operations) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 2: General Operating Procedures (area/route clearances, position reports, traffic). |
| 5 | General Operating Procedures III (Arrival and circuits) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 2: General Operating Procedures (rejoin/circuit, approach and landing). |
| 6 | Phraseology I (Normal operations) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 3: Phraseology (standard RT for start, taxi, departure, en‑route). |
| 7 | Phraseology II (Abnormal situations) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 3: Phraseology (abnormal comms, SVFR, altitude/level phraseology). |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | |
| 9 | Weather Information I (Sources of weather reports, METAR, TAF) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 4: Weather Information (ATIS, METAR, SPECI elements and usage). |
| 10 | Weather Information II (In-flight weather reporting, ATIS) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 4: Weather Information (TAF formats, TREND, SIGMET, AIRMET, VOLMET, in‑flight reports). |
| 11 | Failures and Emergencies I (Communication failure procedures) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 5: Failures and Emergencies (distress/urgency phrases, transponder codes, message order). |
| 12 | Failures and Emergencies II (Urgency and distress messages: PAN-PAN, MAYDAY) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 5: Failures and Emergencies (communication failure procedures, relay, alerting services). |
| 13 | Integrated Case Studies I (Normal & Abnormal VFR scenarios) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 6: IFR (clearance format, readback, flight levels/altitudes, climb/descend). |
| 14 | Integrated Case Studies II (Weather & Emergencies in VFR) | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 7: VHF Propagation (line‑of‑sight, range, interference, readability reports). |
| 15 | Revision and Exam Preparation | ATPL Book 14 – Chapter 8: Revision Questions (question practice & integrated scenarios). |
| 16 | Final Exam |
Sources
| Course Book | 1. Oxford Aviation Academy – ATPL Book 14: Communications |
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| Other Sources | 2. Jeppesen ATPL Communications |
Evaluation System
| Requirements | Number | Percentage of Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance/Participation | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Application | - | - |
| Field Work | - | - |
| Special Course Internship | - | - |
| Quizzes/Studio Critics | - | - |
| Homework Assignments | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Project | - | - |
| Report | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury | 1 | 40 |
| Final Exam/Final Jury | 1 | 60 |
| Toplam | 2 | 100 |
| Percentage of Semester Work | |
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| Percentage of Final Work | 100 |
| Total | 100 |
Course Category
| Core Courses | X |
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| Major Area Courses | |
| Supportive Courses | |
| Media and Managment Skills Courses | |
| Transferable Skill Courses |
The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications
| # | Program Qualifications / Competencies | Level of Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Has the theoretical background necessary to analyze operational situations encountered during flight. | |||||
| 2 | Critically evaluates flight safety, airspace management, and crisis scenarios. | |||||
| 3 | Develops applicable strategic solutions in emergency situations. | X | ||||
| 4 | Possesses knowledge of flight safety, meteorology, flight planning, and emergency management. | |||||
| 5 | Analyzes technical and environmental problems encountered during flight and produces appropriate solutions. | |||||
| 6 | Applies risk management strategies for emergency situations. | |||||
| 7 | Takes responsibility for effective decision-making and conducting safe operations in various flight scenarios. | |||||
| 8 | Has knowledge of task sharing, communication protocols, and team dynamics in flight crews. | |||||
| 9 | Communicates effectively in both written and verbal forms with flight crews. | |||||
| 10 | Collaborates actively within the team and fulfills assigned responsibilities. | |||||
| 11 | Ensures operational safety in multi-crew flights through effective cooperation and communication. | |||||
| 12 | Has knowledge of flight operations management, leadership principles, and crisis management. | |||||
| 13 | Demonstrates leadership in flight planning and operational processes. | |||||
| 14 | Manages teams and uses resources efficiently. | |||||
| 15 | Assumes responsibility for decision-making and guiding flight operations during crises. | |||||
| 16 | Has knowledge of national and international aviation regulations, safety standards, and ethical principles. | |||||
| 17 | Acts in accordance with ethical rules and legal regulations during flight duties. | |||||
| 18 | Complies with safety standards. | |||||
| 19 | Bears responsibility for acting in accordance with ethical principles and regulations in the aviation sector. | |||||
| 20 | Has knowledge of professional development tools and performance evaluation methods. | |||||
| 21 | Evaluates own flight performance and identifies areas for improvement. | |||||
| 22 | Plans personal professional development goals. | |||||
| 23 | Takes responsibility for continuous development with a lifelong learning approach. | |||||
| 24 | Has knowledge of flight simulations, air traffic management, and navigation systems. | |||||
| 25 | Applies learned knowledge in simulator applications and real flight conditions. | |||||
| 26 | Successfully manages crisis scenarios in a simulation environment. | |||||
| 27 | Demonstrates responsibility for operational decision-making by applying skills acquired through simulation-based training. | |||||
| 28 | Has knowledge of commercial flight operations, multi-crew systems, and flight safety procedures. | |||||
| 29 | Carries out duties and assumes operational responsibilities in advanced flight scenarios. | |||||
| 30 | Applies crew coordination and aircraft management processes. | |||||
| 31 | Assumes responsibility for leadership, safety, and management in commercial flight operations. | |||||
| 32 | Acquires an accredited ATPL (Frozen) CPL/IR(A) pilot license with international validity approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). | |||||
ECTS/Workload Table
| Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) | 16 | 1 | 16 |
| Laboratory | |||
| Application | |||
| Special Course Internship | |||
| Field Work | |||
| Study Hours Out of Class | |||
| Presentation/Seminar Prepration | |||
| Project | |||
| Report | |||
| Homework Assignments | |||
| Quizzes/Studio Critics | |||
| Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload | 18 | ||